Preparing to study Law
Most universities hold a Freshers’ Week or a similar event. Its chief purpose is to help new students settle in quickly. As well as a series of informative talks, there is usually an energetic social programme and senior students will be around to help you to find your feet. Your university will probably send you an information pack ahead of your arrival.
Do read this, because this may be the only time that the information will be given to you and when you arrive at university it will be assumed that you have read and therefore know all this stuff.
Practical tip for Freshers
If you are living in university halls, work at getting to know your fellow students.
Everyone is in the same boat, so just a little extra effort can make a difference, both for you and for them:
Go out of your way to introduce yourself and speak to others.
Leave your door open so you can greet those going by.
Propose an evening event, such as a floor party or visit to a local pub.
Look out for people who look lonely and invite them along to whatever you’re doing.
If you’re a UK student, help international students particularly – they may be confused by cultural and language differences, as well as feeling homesick.
Avoid going home at weekends in the first few weeks, or you may miss out on social events and chances to get to know people.
Find out if people play the same sports as you and set up a match with them.
If you are living at home, try to become involved in university life. The temptation is to stick to old social and study habits, but you can gain a lot by meeting new people, getting involved in societies and clubs and studying in the university environment.
Monday 11 August 2008
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